About Fourth of July Campground
Located along the Scenic Byway between the communities of Wise River and Polaris, MT, the Fourth of July Campground has 6 campsites, made of compacted gravel with paved interior access trails. Water from a hand pump, fire-rings, picnic tables, and ADA accessible restrooms are provided. However, there are no garbage services, so remember to pack it in, pack it out. The maximum recommended trailer length for the area is 30 feet. Pets are allowed if on a leash. There is a 16 day camping limit. This is a nicely outfitted campground in an idyllic setting, which is open and sunny.
- Fees: There is a $15 per night fee, with an additional fee of $5 for extra vehicles.
- Managed by: USFS - Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
- Where: 11 mi southwest of Wise River, MT · 45.66132, -113.06036
Amenities:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jul–Aug (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–May.
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Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- Boulder Creek Campground 0.9 mi
- Lodgepole Campground 1.5 mi
- Pettengill Campground 1.5 mi
- Willow Campground 2.1 mi
- Canyon Creek Campground 6.2 mi
- Wise River Ranger District 6.2 mi